ESLP 01B - Developing Writing Skills for Academic Success

Description

Learner Outcomes

By the end of the course, students will be able to:

• Use a variety of compound and complex sentence types.

• Construct a multilevel essay outline after brainstorming ideas.

• Write an academic essay including an introduction with a thesis, body paragraphs with topic sentences and well-developed main ideas, and a conclusion.

• Incorporate sources (quotes and paraphrases) into their writing using APA citation style.

• Create grammatically correct adjective clauses and passive constructions

Language Level: CEFR: B2

Notes

Students must have access to:

• Computer with a camera
• Microphone
• Headphones

  Full course registration includes:

• Access to tech support for classes and individuals
• A certificate of completion upon meeting requirements, upon request
• Access to University of Saskatchewan Language Centre (USLC) events and opportunities

Advanced Self-assessment

• I speak and write main ideas, details, and opinions about familiar and abstract topics in discussions, presentations, written paragraphs and essays.
• I use complex sentences, grammar, and vocabulary but make some minor mistakes.
• I work or study in English and want to expand my skills further.
• CEFR B2